What Is the Best Equipment for Draining a Flooded Basement?

12/19/2018 (Permalink)

Dehumidifiers used during water loss in Chicago,IL

Potentially caused by anything from a major storm to a burst water pipe, a basement flood can be a major cleanup job for any homeowner in Chicago,IL, to tackle. If this is your first experience with draining water from the basement, you may need to obtain a few basic pieces of equipment to get started. Consider the following list of helpful tools for cleaning up a flooded space.

Submersible Water Pump

One of the most commonly used tools for water removal is an electric water pump. Be sure to look for a pump that is fully submersible and waterproof. When attached to your household garden hose, this pump begins the process of removing water from the inside of your home. You may need additional equipment such as the following:

• An electrical generator
  
• Nylon rope
  
• Heavy-duty extension cord
  

Wet/Dry Vacuum

In the case of a broken pipe, you may be able to catch leaks in the early stages before water levels get too high. For cleaning up a smaller water mess, you should consider using a standard wet/dry vacuum. Most models hold up to 5 gallons of water at a time and are easy to maneuver as you tidy up a small basement flood.

Dehumidifier

As with any case of residential water damage, getting moisture dried up as quickly as possible is the best way to prevent substantial water damage. Sitting water is one of the quickest ways mold and rot can develop in your home. A dehumidifier may help expel moisture in the walls and floor until professional flood cleanup services arrive at your home.

Check your home insurance coverage for information related to residential water cleanup. Many Chicago,IL, residents already have insurance policies in place to offset the cost of major water damage and repair. As you begin draining water from a basement flood, consider using one or more of these useful pieces of equipment.